For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,169 students in 72364, AR.
The top ranked public schools in 72364, AR are Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School, Marion Math Science & Technology Magnet School and Marion Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 72364 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in 72364, AR have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 72364, AR Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
235 Military Rd
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5120
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5120
Grades: K-6
| 666 students
Rank: #22.
Marion Math Science & Technology Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
100 L H Polk
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5180
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5180
Grades: K-6
| 659 students
Rank: #33.
Marion Junior High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
801 Carter Dr
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5140
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5140
Grades: 8-9
| 645 students
Rank: #44.
Marion High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1 Patriot Dr
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5130
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5130
Grades: 10-12
| 904 students
Rank: n/an/a
10 Patriot Drive
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5173
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5173
Grades: 7
| 295 students
72364, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
100 L H Polk Dr
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5180
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5180
Grades: 4-5
| 628 students
10 Patriot Dr
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5173
Marion, AR 72364
(870) 739-5173
Grades: 6-7
| 584 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 72364, AR?
The top ranked public schools in 72364, AR include Herbert Carter Global Community Magnet School, Marion Math Science & Technology Magnet School and Marion Junior High School.
How many public schools are located in 72364?
5 public schools are located in 72364.
What is the racial composition of students in 72364?
72364 public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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